Corral de la Moreria

Located near the Palacio Real, this flamenco tablao (cafe) has been considered one of the best in Spain for the last century or so. Dress to impress and step in to catch vibrant, tangibly emotional song and dance until late into the night. These days Corral de la Moreria is mainly for tourists, and you'll have to decide whether or not it's worth the $45 USD or so (including a drink) that you'll pay for a top-level performance. Still, this is flamenco of consistent quality and high reputation; you could certainly do worse.

Location:Madrid

Note:If you're looking for less tourists and a more intimate setting, the Cardamomo Tablao in Centro and the Cafetin la Quimera in Salamanca are highly touted alternatives among the tons that vie for your dollars in Madrid.